Van Gerwen was at an exhibition at the time of the draw. "I don't know either of these possible opponents," said the three-time world champion in response to RTL 7. "I assume that I will not have too many problems to win this match, although I will certainly not take it too lightly. ."
The 32-year-old Dutchman lost last weekend in the quarterfinals of the Players Championship Finals against Peter Wright.
"I was really sick of it afterwards. Actually I was the better player, but because I missed far too many opportunities, Peter was able to work his way into the game. Only afterwards did he really start throwing well. Still, I want to remember the positive: I won against Gary Anderson and Raymond van Barneveld. So the form is good, I just need to fine-tune a few things towards the World Championship."
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Here is how the 2021/22 @WilliamHill World Darts Championship draw shapes up, starting Dec 15.
What is your pick of the opening two rounds?